Letitia James Accused of Housing Fugitive in Virginia Home
Letitia James, the New York Attorney General, is facing allegations of housing a fugitive in her Virginia home amid a fraud case.
According to reports, James has allowed her grandniece, Nakia Thompson, and Thompson's three children to live in the residence since 2020.
Thompson's Fugitive Status
Thompson is officially listed as an "absconder" by authorities in North Carolina for failing to complete her probation.
Ms Thompson was sentenced to probation for misdemeanor convictions for assault and battery and trespassing, and has willfully avoided probation supervision. An absconder is considered a fugitive.
Keith Acree, a communications director for the North Carolina Department of Corrections, explained Thompson's fugitive status.
Allegations Against James
James is being accused of housing a fugitive, which adds to her ongoing fraud case.
Author's summary: Letitia James faces allegations of housing a fugitive in her home.
- Letitia James: New York Attorney General
- Nakia Thompson: James' grandniece and alleged fugitive
- Virginia home: where Thompson and her children have been living since 2020